The Colby Echo

Issue date: 2/23/07 Section: News & Features

Janice Kassman, Special Assistant to the President for External Affairs, said that the College also played a part in raising funds for the Center. The effort took place last year with the coordination of the Student Government Association, a faculty and staff committee, and the organizers of the annual Relay for Life cancer fundraising event. In addition, the College held a benefit concert featuring hip-hop acts Talib Kweli and Blackalicious. All of the proceeds from the ticket sales were donated to the Center and every dollar raised was matched by Harold Alfond. From campaigning that occurred on campus, around $22,000 was raised for the Center. Giving of money for the Center was also individual. "Some members of the faculty and staff made individual gifts which will result in naming opportunities in honor of their families," Kassman said.

Kassman said that the impetus for her involvement was highly personal, stating that her father fell ill with cancer and that during her time at the College two students have had cancer while another died before he was able to start his college career. When asked about any challenges, Kassman said that the College had a relatively easy time because of the support and generosity given by Waterville residents.

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